The best Windows antivirus software for business users

During March and April 2024 we continuously evaluated 17 endpoint protection products using settings as provided by the vendor. We always used the most current publicly-available version of all products for the testing. They were allowed to update themselves at any time and query their in-the-cloud services. We focused on realistic test scenarios and challenged the products against real-world threats. Products had to demonstrate their capabilities using all components and protection layers. Further information on the compliance of this test with the AMTSO standard can be found here.

Windows 11: April 2024

Producer	Certified	Protection	Performance	Usability
Avast Ultimate Business Security 23.12 & 24.02		100	100	100›
Bitdefender Endpoint Security 7.9		100	100	100›
Bitdefender Endpoint Security (Ultra) 7.9		100	91.7	100›
Check Point Endpoint Security 86.60		100	91.7	100›
Cybereason NGAV 23.2		91.7	91.7	100›
ESET PROTECT Advanced 11.0		100	100	100›
HP Security Wolf Pro Security 11.1		100	83.3	91.7›
Kaspersky Small Office Security 21.16		100	100	100›
Kaspersky Endpoint Security 12.4		100	100	100›
Microsoft Defender Antivirus (Enterprise) 4.18		100	100	100›
Qualys Endpoint Protection 7.9		100	91.7	100›
Seqrite Endpoint Security 18.00		91.7	100	100›
Sophos Intercept X Advanced 10.8 & 2023.2		100	83.3	100›
Symantec Endpoint Security Complete 14.3		100	91.7	100›
Trellix Endpoint Security 10.7		91.7	91.7	100›
Trend Micro Apex One 14.0		91.7	100	100›
WithSecure Elements Endpoint Protection 24.1 & 24.2		100	100	100›

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